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Sunday, 24 June 2012

My Version of Kimbap

For those who are not familiar with Korean food, Kimbap is another version of the very very popular Japanese sushi. In Malaysia, all things Korean are at their hype of popularity now. K-Pop and very slow dramatic series grace our TV stations while slowing pulling in normal people into a state of trance. Some of my close family members, whom I shall not name, dedicate hours watching Korean DVDs even though they know at the very beginning how it will end. Ahem...YX's mama. The weird thing is, whenever Eric and I go back for the weekend we are also swept into that world. What is it that makes Korea so appealing?

I saw this half way with my sister but had to leave abruptly. She would not lend me her DVD , so she gave me the summary of the story in 2 minutes. Interesting...

Eric is all about their speed and efficiency. My brother and his girlfriend are all about the cute girl bands. My sister: XY's mama (no explanation needed). My papa watches whatever mama watches :). My mama and I, well, it's all about the food. Mama has even perfected her skill in making the perfect Kimchi. (She makes batches for me to take home, yum!) Not bad right for an Iban woman born in the long house?

One TV program I really enjoyed watching was Kimchi Chronicles which was recently aired on Astro. What makes that show interesting was the host's journey of discovering Korea through food and culture. Her season finale was especially nice as it was a reflection of her identify and what it means to be of mix heritage in the world today.

In celebration of my mix heritage...I made Kimbap. Not an obvious link but it represents the people in my life and how we all taste SO GOOD.